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Crime

'Scams and fraud are spiking every single year' | Harris County Attorney's Office announces scam protection in press conference

Politics

Texas lawmakers introduce bills before Legislative session

Hundreds of bills have already been filed ahead of the 89th Legislative Session in mid-January.
Local News

Federal judge rules Louisiana law requiring Ten Commandments to be in all public schools unconstitutional

“We strongly disagree with the court’s decision and will immediately appeal," said Attorney General Murrill.
NCAA

LSU to have live tiger mascot in game against Alabama, PETA responds

This is the first time the university will have a live mascot since 2015; PETA released a statement slamming LSU
Traffic

TxDOT partners with state, local organizations to help 'End the Streak' of traffic deaths

TxDOT says at least one person has died on Texas roadways every day for the past 24 years.
Traffic

TxDOT #EndTheStreak PSA

TxDOT and Texas DPS are partnering to help end the streak of traffic deaths on Texas roadways.
Weather

VIDEO: Skycam near Texas-New Mexico border shows snowfall

Texas towns like Vega, Dalhart and Stratford experienced a wintry mix, while areas right along the border on U.S. Highway 87 got some snow, according to NWS.
Football

The first CFP bracket is out! Here's how all the Texas teams fared and who plays who if it started today.

Texas was well-represented in the initial rankings, with the Aggies, Longhorns and Mustangs appearing in the top 14 teams that would likely be advancing.
Education

Gov. Abbott vows to make school vouchers universal, fully fund public education after elections show he'll have Texas House support

76 votes are needed to get the school voucher plan passed in the Texas House. Abbott said after election results, he has 79.
Education

Gov. Abbott secures support for school voucher plan

Election results in Texas show that Abbott will now have enough votes to put the major issue into law.
Elections

Ken Paxton announces deployment of 'Election Day Rapid Response Legal Team'

The Attorney General's Office said the team will be equipped to "enforce Texas election laws and take immediate action on any contingencies".
Local News

Texas hospitals will soon have to ask patients their citizenship status

The executive order that was signed off by Gov. Greg Abbott in August will take effect on Friday.

Authorities release new image of victim in 2016 Madisonville cold case

New facial reconstruction image released of remains of young girl found in suitcase

New image released of 2016 Texas cold case victim

Authorities release new image of victim in 2016 Texas cold case

DPS: Three dead after pursuit with authorities ends in crash in Coryell County

After a chilly start, beautiful afternoon ahead | Central Texas Forecast

VERIFYING 5 claims about staying warm and protecting your home from the cold

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'Scams and fraud are spiking every single year' | Harris County Attorney's Office announces scam protection in press conference

Texas lawmakers introduce bills before Legislative session

Federal judge rules Louisiana law requiring Ten Commandments to be in all public schools unconstitutional

LSU to have live tiger mascot in game against Alabama, PETA responds

TxDOT partners with state, local organizations to help 'End the Streak' of traffic deaths

TxDOT #EndTheStreak PSA

VIDEO: Skycam near Texas-New Mexico border shows snowfall

The first CFP bracket is out! Here's how all the Texas teams fared and who plays who if it started today.

Gov. Abbott vows to make school vouchers universal, fully fund public education after elections show he'll have Texas House support

Gov. Abbott secures support for school voucher plan

Ken Paxton announces deployment of 'Election Day Rapid Response Legal Team'

Texas hospitals will soon have to ask patients their citizenship status

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